Log on Meaning in English
expression
ˈɫɔɡ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
LAWG-AHN or LAWG-ON
lˈɒɡ/ /ˈɒn
LOG-ON
Definition
To enter your username and password to access a computer system, website, or digital account.
Usage & Nuances
Common in tech and digital contexts. Often appears as 'log on to' a website; 'log in' is used similarly but may sound more focused on user accounts. Do not confuse with 'log off' (to exit). Typically informal.
Spanish: iniciar sesión - accederPortuguese (BR): fazer login - acessarPortuguese (PT): iniciar sessão - acederChinese (Simplified): 登录Chinese (Traditional): 登入Hindi: लॉग इन करनाArabic: تسجيل الدخولBengali: লগ ইন করা - প্রবেশ করা (সিস্টেমে)Russian: войти - авторизоватьсяJapanese: ログオンする - ログインするVietnamese: đăng nhậpKorean: 로그온하다 - 로그인하다Turkish: oturum açmak - giriş yapmakUrdu: لاگ اِن کرناIndonesian: masuk - log masuk
Example Sentences
Please log on to your account to view your messages.
basic
You must log on before using the computer.
basic
He forgot how to log on to the website.
basic
It takes forever to log on when the Wi-Fi is slow.
natural
I'll log on from my phone if my laptop isn't working.
natural
You can’t log on without the correct password.
natural